Manchester United will not accelerate their head coach appointment plans despite Michael Carrick's unbeaten start to life as interim manager, according to club sources. The former midfielder has won four of his opening five games in charge, including victories over Arsenal and Manchester City, but United's hierarchy remains committed to their methodical approach.

While some supporters and pundits are calling for Carrick to be given the job permanently, the club insists they will wait until season's end before making any decision. The Old Trafford bosses believe the team is in capable hands with Carrick and his coaching staff, including Steve Holland and Jonathan Woodgate, eliminating any urgency to act immediately. The resolute policy extends beyond the managerial position to transfer dealings, with United keeping their transfer kitty full for a summer midfield overhaul.

Should Carrick deliver Champions League qualification over the final 12 games, he will certainly be among the frontrunners for the permanent role. However, the club is determined to appoint someone with the strength of character to handle the pressures of the Old Trafford hotseat. While Carrick knows the Manchester United way intimately, the club is also considering bigger names like Thomas Tuchel and Carlo Ancelotti, who bring trophy-winning pedigrees but may demand more influence in transfer decisions than the current structure allows.